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Preparation for demolition at Smart City site begins
By MaltaMedia News
Oct 11, 2007 - 3:49:31 PM
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The preparatory works for the demolition of the existing structures on the SmartCity Malta site to clear the area for construction have begun.
The demolition process involves dismantling about twenty old industrial buildings to prepare the ground for the development of SmartCity Malta, a new self-sustained knowledge-based industry township being developed in a joint venture between Dubai-based SmartCity and the Government of Malta.
The demolition will be officially launched at an event to be held over the coming weeks. The entire demolition will be guided by a comprehensive plan developed by SmartCity with inputs from the Malta Environment and Planning Authority (MEPA), government ministries and departments, local councils, non-governmental organisations and neighbouring residents.
Various procedures have been implemented to mitigate any environmental impact, minimise inconvenience to neighbours and respect the natural and historical context of Malta.
Wastes generated from the site will be disposed according to local Maltese and MEPA regulations. The masonry dismantled by the demolition will be recycled to construct protection walls that will prevent waste material from being carried away. Various measures have also been put in place to minimise dust pollution.
Special procedures have also been taken to ensure the protection of Fort St. Rocco, the 19th century fortification situated in close proximity to the SmartCity Malta site.
The entire site is being fenced to ensure safety and security for the public.
The process marks a major stage in the development of the SmartCity Malta project. Last month, the Prime Minister of Malta, Lawrence Gonzi, unveiled the masterplan for SmartCity Malta at Gitex Technology Week, the largest ICT exhibition in the Middle East held in Dubai.
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